Casey Van Rooyen
HR Assistant
Johannesburg
Summary
Well-qualified HR Assistant with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Focused professional with strong background in employee relations and payroll processing. Offers good organizational and communication skills and knowledgeable in applicable laws and regulations. Responsible HR Assistant with strong knowledge of office administration and common human resources operations. In-depth understanding of customer service, data entry and file management. Highly skilled in reviewing policies and suggesting actionable improvements aligned with industry best practices. Responsive and engaging Human Resources Assistant skilled in supporting employees and managers with diverse HR needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
HR Administrative Assistant
WSP Group Africa
Midrand
03.2020 - Current
- Created job descriptions on boards for vacant jobs.
- Assisted in reducing employee turnover by conducting exit interviews and analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Facilitated open communication between employees and management by organizing regular team meetings and maintaining approachable demeanor.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive HR information, adhering to strict privacy guidelines at all times.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of required employee trainings or certifications in accordance with industry regulations or company policies.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Tracked various statistics and kept detailed records to support human resources department.
- Monitored and analyzed employee satisfaction survey results.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Conducted exit interviews with terminated employees.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to assess reasons and make recommendations for improvement.
- Converted employee status from temporary to permanent.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
- Set up orientations and initial training for new employees.
- Assisted managers in handling employee relations issues through thorough documentation, investigation, and mediation when necessary.
- Coordinated itineraries and scheduled appointments for human resources staff.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Supported payroll processing by accurately tracking time and attendance records, reporting discrepancies to management as needed.
- Aided in developing training materials for internal workshops on topics like workplace diversity or conflict resolution.
- Aided staff with employee performance review paperwork and documentation.
- Checked references for potential candidates.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to use for recruitment, employee relations and benefits administration.
- Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
- Improved employee satisfaction with benefits administration by simplifying enrollment process and providing informative resources.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements within HR department and presented well-researched solutions to management.
- Developed and maintained HR policies and procedures.
- Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
- Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
Education
Higher Certificate in Human Resources - Human Resources Management
Boston College
Johannesburg, South Africa 06.2023 - Current
Business Administration - Business Administration
SETA
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2022 - 04.2024
Skills
Human resources administration
Analytical Skills
Human Resource Information System HRIS
Adaptability and Flexibility
Computer Literacy
Management Scheduling and Time Records
Payroll Processing
Generating Reports
Business Administration
Organizational Skills
HR Software Familiarity
Human resources administration
Timeline
Higher Certificate in Human Resources - Human Resources Management
Boston College
06.2023 - Current
Business Administration - Business Administration
SETA
01.2022 - 04.2024
HR Administrative Assistant
WSP Group Africa
03.2020 - Current